AUSTRALIA’S CHINESE BALLISTIC MISSILE PROBLEM

Source: Lowy Institute By Peter Layton Late last year in Australia, there was sudden interest shown in ballistic missile defence (BMD). Although the driver was North Korea’s missile testing, the real issue is China. China’s latest ballistic missiles, combined with its new island bases, are steadily undercutting Australia’s ability to defend itself without relying on… Continue reading AUSTRALIA’S CHINESE BALLISTIC MISSILE PROBLEM

TYPE 26 FRIGATE SHORTLISTED FOR AUSTRALIAN FRIGATE ORDER

Sourced : UK DEFENCE JOURNAL By George Allison The Defence Secretary has discussed defence co-operation and the Type 26 Frigate with the Australian Minister for the Defence Industry, Chris Pyne. It is understood that talks on defence ties between the UK and Australia also discussed defence exports and equipment. According to a press release, as… Continue reading TYPE 26 FRIGATE SHORTLISTED FOR AUSTRALIAN FRIGATE ORDER

DCNS HAS BEEN SELECTED FOR AUSTRALIA’S FUTURE SUBMARINE PROJECT

Sourced : Malcolm Turnbull web site The Turnbull Government today announces that the next generation of submarines for Australia will be constructed at the Adelaide shipyard, securing thousands of jobs and ensuring the project will play a key part in the transition of our economy. DCNS of France has been selected as our preferred international… Continue reading DCNS HAS BEEN SELECTED FOR AUSTRALIA’S FUTURE SUBMARINE PROJECT

NORWAY OPS FOR FRENCH, GERMAN SUBMARINE SOLUTIONS

Sourced : Naval Today Seeking to avoid risks and costs of developing its own submarines, the Norwegian Ministry of Defense has identified French DCNS and German TKMS as the main candidates for the construction of Norwegian future submarines. The Ministry of Defense said it made this conclusion after considering economic, industrial and military assessments, and… Continue reading NORWAY OPS FOR FRENCH, GERMAN SUBMARINE SOLUTIONS